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BMW i5
The BMW i5 is the electric version of the eighth-generation 5 Series (G60), sold in the U.S. from the 2024 model year. Federal data lists 7 recalls on the 2024 and 3 on the 2025, SafeCarInfo says the 2025 has the best safety record, and the 2026 i5 starts at $68,275 for the eDrive40 with the M60 at $85,275.
What the BMW i5 is
Wikipedia (opens in a new tab) describes the 5 Series (G60) as an executive car made by BMW since 2023, the eighth generation, with saloon, Touring estate and long-wheelbase versions on the CLAR platform, and lists the BMW i5 as the electric version. The 2026 i5 is rated 91 to 110 mpg-equivalent by the EPA, about $700 to $850 a year in fuel, and Kelley Blue Book base prices are $68,275 for the eDrive40, $71,275 for the xDrive40 and $85,275 for the M60. MeraEV (opens in a new tab) says it is not trying to be a long-distance champion but does what most buyers need for daily use reliably and efficiently, and advises choosing the battery and variant around a real weekly routine and confirming home or work charging first.
Recalls by year
Federal data lists 7 recalls on the 2024 i5, covering the electrical system, stability control, forward collision system and brakes, with 20 complaints, and 3 on the 2025 i5 for stability control and brakes, with 7 complaints. SafeCarInfo (opens in a new tab) says the i5 has a consistent reliability record across all years and that for the best safety record buyers should consider the 2025 model year.
Choosing a year
With only two full years on record, the 2025 is the simpler choice, at less than half the 2024's recalls. On a 2024, confirm by VIN that the electrical system, stability control and brake campaigns have been completed.
Questions buyers ask
What is the BMW i5?
Wikipedia lists the i5 as the electric version of the eighth-generation BMW 5 Series (G60).
Which BMW i5 year is better?
SafeCarInfo says to consider the 2025 model year for the best safety record; federal data shows 3 recalls on it against 7 on the 2024.
Research map
Every major decision path.
The 2027 BMW i5 is built around Electric motor(s), single or dual, rated at 335 / 389 / 593 horsepower across its electric midsize luxury sedan body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2027 U.S. lineup has 3 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe 2027 i5 seats 5 and is a Electric midsize luxury sedan.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2027 i5.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2027 BMW i5
eDrive40 is single-motor RWD at 335 hp with the longest range; xDrive40 adds AWD at 389 hp; M60 is the dual-motor 593-horsepower performance flagship.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
3 indexed BMW i5 model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 BMW i5 | 2027 record → | |
| 2026 BMW i5 | 2026 record → | |
| 2025 BMW i5 | 2025 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the BMW i5.
The BMW 5 Series (G60) is an executive car manufactured and marketed by German luxury automaker BMW since 2023. The lineup consists of the G60 saloon, G61 estate (marketed as Touring), and the G68 long-wheelbase sedan. It represents the eighth generation of the BMW 5 Series, succeeding the G30 model.
- Development
- In February 2022, testing of the i5 commenced when engineers drove it from Munich to the test centre in Arjeplog. It had to cover about 1,850 miles (2,980 km) to northern Sweden before undergoing additional testing throughout the year. Prototypes were assessed in and around Munich and in the vicinity of the Dingolfing factory.
- Specifications
- The basis for the G60 5 Series is an updated version of BMW's Cluster Architecture (CLAR) platform. It is the same structure that underpins all BMW models featuring either a longitudinally mounted combustion engine or electric drivetrain.
- Powertrain
- The G60 5 Series is offered with a range of 48-volt mild hybrid turbocharged petrol and diesel engines, plug-in hybrid models as well as all-electric i5 models. All models except the all-electric models are fitted as standard with the ZF 8HP 8-speed automatic transmission produced by ZF Friedrichshafen.
- Models
- Models introduced at launch include the high-performance AWD M60 and RWD model eDrive40. The xDrive40, a mid-range AWD model, was added in March 2024. The BMW i5 Touring was announced in February 2024 with the M60 and eDrive40 variants, while the xDrive40 was added in November 2024.
Source: BMW 5 Series (G60) (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
BMW i5 at a glance
- Production
- July 2023 – present (sedan), March 2024 – present (estate), June 2024 – present (M5)
- Model years
- 2024–present
- Class
- Executive car (E)
- Body style
- 4-door sedan (automobile), saloon (G60), 5-door Station wagon, estate (G61)
- Platform
- Cluster Architecture (CLAR)
- Battery
- 48 V lithium-ion, 19.4 kWh lithium-ion (530e / 550e xDrive / M560e xDrive), 84.3 kWh lithium-ion (i5)
- Transmission
- 8-speed ZF 8HP Automatic transmission, automatic, Single-speed (i5)
- Drivetrain
- Mild hybrid, Plug-in hybrid
- Wheelbase
- 2995 mm, 3105 mm (LWB)
- Length
- 5060 mm, 5175 mm (LWB)
- Width
- 1900 mm
- Height
- 1515 mm
- Curb weight
- 0 kg
- Predecessor
- BMW 5 Series (G30), BMW 6 Series (G32)
- Related models
- BMW M5 (G90), BMW 7 Series (G70), BMW iX, BMW X3 (G45), BMW 3 Series (G50)
- Designer
- Anders Thøgersen
- Also called
- BMW i5 (electric version)
Recent recalls (3 campaigns across the latest model years)
- July 2026, Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Electric:Control Module. BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman S All4, X2, 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023-2025 i7, 7 Series, X7, 2024-2025 i5, 5 Series, 2023-2024 XM, X1, 2024-2025 X6, and X5 vehicles. The integrated brake (IB)… Consequence: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of…
- September 2024, Electronic Stability Control (Esc):Control Module. BMW of North America (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 X1, 2024-2025 X5, 2025 X6, 2023-2025 X7, 740i, 760i, 2024 XM, 530i, 540i, i7, 750e, X2, 2024-2025 i5, 2024 Rolls Royce Spectre, 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, JCW Countryman ALL4, and 2025 MINI… Consequence: A loss of brake power assist or rear brake function can result in extended stopping distance. A loss of ABS or DSC can cause a loss of vehicle handling and…
- February 2024, Electronic Stability Control (Esc). BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of… Consequence: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle. Additionally, malfunctioning ABS and/or DSC systems can cause a loss of vehicle control. Either of…
Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 BMW i5, most often about electrical system (4), forward collision avoidance (3), service brakes (3).
Year by year
The BMW i5 across 4 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 BMW i5 | 91–116 | $650–$850 | 9 | ||
| 2026 BMW i5 | 91–110 | $700–$850 | 9 | ||
| 2025 BMW i5 | 84–105 | $700–$900 | 9 | 3 | 7 |
| 2024 BMW i5 | 85–105 | $700–$900 | 6 | 7 | 20 |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the BMW i5, one model year at a time.
| Step | EPA records | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Electric range, miles | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 to 2027 | 100.5 to 103.5 | 285 to 294 | |||
| 2025 to 2026 | 94.5 to 100.5 | 267 to 285 | |||
| 2024 to 2025 | 6 to 9 | 95.0 to 94.5 | Labels: i5 xDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels), i5 xDrive40 Sedan (20 inch Wheels), i5 xDrive40 Sedan (21 inch Wheels); Drives: All-Wheel Drive | Drives: 4-Wheel Drive |
Trim by trim
Every 2027 BMW i5 trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| eDrive40 | RWD | AC Electric Motor | 335 | 295 | 4,881 | – | – | $68,550 |
| xDrive40 | AWD | Dual AC Electric Motors | 389 | 295 | 5,163 | – | – | $71,550 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2027 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Specifications by year
Power, weight and towing for every BMW i5 model year.
| Model year | Trims | Engines | Horsepower | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Fuel tank (gal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 2 | AC Electric Motor / Dual AC Electric Motors | 335–389 | 4,881–5,163 | – | – |
| 2026 | 3 | AC Electric Motor / Dual AC Electric Motors | 335–593 | 4,916–5,247 | – | – |
| 2025 | 3 | AC Electric Motor / Dual AC Electric Motors | 335–593 | 4,916–5,247 | – | – |
| 2024 | 2 | AC Electric Motor / Dual AC Electric Motors | 335–590 | 4,916–5,247 | – | – |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for each model year. A range covers every trim KBB lists that year; a dash means KBB lists no figure.
Model-year recall record
BMW i5: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | not available | ||
| 2025 | 3 | 7 | stability control, brakes |
| 2024 | 7 | 20 | electrical system, stability control, forward collision system, brakes |
| 2023 | not available | ||
| 2022 | not available | ||
| 2021 | not available | ||
| 2020 | not available | ||
| 2019 | not available | ||
| 2018 | not available | ||
| 2017 | not available | ||
| 2016 | not available | ||
| 2015 | not available |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a BMW i5?
Federal recall records don't single out a best BMW i5 model year: recall counts across the 2 published model years checked here stay within a normal range of this nameplate's own average (about n/a recalls per year), with no year standing out as notably higher or lower. Recall count is one input, not a purchase verdict. It says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record.
Q02What are common recall-related problems on the BMW i5 by model year?
2025: stability control, brakes. 2024: electrical system, stability control, forward collision system, brakes.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Climate and electrical, Brakes, tires and steering.
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Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2027 i5 come in?
The 2027 BMW i5 (electric midsize luxury sedan) comes in 3 trims: eDrive40, xDrive40, M60.
Q02What are the 2027 i5 trims?
The 2027 BMW i5 trims are eDrive40, xDrive40, M60, listed from the entry eDrive40 up to the top M60.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 i5 use?
The 2027 BMW i5 is built around Electric motor(s), single or dual, rated at 335 / 389 / 593 horsepower across its electric midsize luxury sedan body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2027 i5 have?
The 2027 BMW i5 is rated at 335 / 389 / 593 horsepower (Electric motor(s), single or dual).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 i5?
The 2027 BMW i5 is offered with RWD / AWD.